Sotano
- December 4, 2021
- M9 GAMES
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Reviews
- The game features a variety of puzzles that are engaging and require logical thinking.
- The graphics and atmosphere are well-designed, contributing to an enjoyable experience.
- It's a solid introduction to puzzle games, especially for those new to the genre.
- The game is quite short, with many players finishing it in under two hours.
- Some puzzles are poorly designed or lack sufficient context, leading to confusion.
- There are repetitive mechanics and a lack of innovation in puzzle design.
- graphics7 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are well-received, with many users praising the visuals, smooth performance, and impressive cut scenes, especially considering it was developed by a single person. However, some players noted that the graphics could appear blurry when viewed up close.
“I quite like the idea of this game, the music's nice, the graphics look great, and the cutscenes are well-made. If I understand correctly, the game's made by just one person, so that's really impressive.”
“I like the graphics and controls; they work very smoothly (at least on my iMac).”
“The graphics and sound are fine, and the gameplay is smooth without so much as a hiccup.”
“The graphics were a bit blurry when up close; however, it was playable.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay features smooth mechanics, but it suffers from repetitive puzzle designs, often reusing similar elements like buttons and levers across different challenges. While the mechanics are generally well-executed, the lack of variety in puzzles detracts from the overall experience.
“Gameplay was smooth.”
“Mechanics are quite good but there are some bugs.”
“There were a lot of repeat puzzle mechanics like finding a button or finding a lever or similar solution mechanics like the pipe/laser grid.”
“Puzzle mechanics are used over and over, copy-pasting the mechanics from one puzzle to another.”
“There were a lot of repeated puzzle mechanics, like finding a button or a lever, or similar solution mechanics like the pipe or laser grid.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside impressive graphics and well-crafted cut scenes. Players appreciate the soundtrack as a significant positive aspect, contributing to the game's immersive environment.
“I quite like the idea of this game; the music is nice, the graphics look great, and the cut scenes are well-made. If I understand correctly, the game is made by just one person, so that's really impressive.”
“And there is the added plus of nice graphics and a great soundtrack!”
“Beautiful scenery, atmospheric music, the option of mouse or joystick, and did I mention the puzzles!”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its beautiful scenery and atmospheric music, creating an enjoyable escape room experience. However, some players find certain word puzzles challenging, particularly non-native English speakers, which can detract from the overall immersion.
“It's a nice escape room game; I enjoyed the atmosphere, and the puzzles were quite good, except for a few that could be tricky for non-English speaking users.”
“Beautiful scenery, atmospheric music, option of mouse or joystick, and did I mention the puzzles!”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story begins with the promise of an intriguing narrative but ultimately falls short, leaving players with unanswered questions about the plot and their character's motivations. While the narrative is deemed unimportant, the puzzles are highlighted as the main focus, providing an enjoyable experience despite the lack of a satisfying storyline.
“The story starts off with the promise of a juicy narrative, but it ends abruptly, leaving many questions unanswered about your purpose and the circumstances surrounding your situation. Despite this, the puzzles provide an enjoyable experience.”
“While the plot in the game may not be the main focus, it still adds an interesting layer to the overall experience.”
“It starts off like there is going to be a juicy storyline, but the game just suddenly ends and no answers are given as to why you're there, who put you there... I kind of hoped to know what was really going on, but still, for the puzzles, it was a good quick game.”
“The plot in the game is not really important... but the puzzles are.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate emotional engagement through interactive elements that enhance immersion, such as red herrings and detailed objects. However, some criticize games that include excessive, irrelevant items that detract from the emotional experience by creating frustration and confusion, particularly when item placement mechanics are cumbersome.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report occasional glitches affecting cursor accuracy and puzzle functionality, requiring resets or reloading saved games to resolve issues. Overall, while stability is generally acceptable, some frustrating interruptions can occur.
“I experienced several glitches where the game indicated I was clicking on the number or object next to what I had actually clicked on. I had to reset and repeat the action slowly each time until it finally worked correctly. There was also one instance where I had to save and quit, then return to my saved game for another puzzle to finally work.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to progress. I lost my progress multiple times due to these stability issues.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience, including freezing and unexpected crashes that forced me to restart the game.”
